With vaccination efforts normalized, Huai'an has consistently strengthened its immunization program. Traditional high-incidence infectious diseases, such as measles, poliomyelitis, and diphtheria, have been effectively controlled, significantly reducing the risk of infectious diseases among children.
Since the program's implementation, Huai'an has successfully eliminated neonatal tetanus, poliomyelitis, diphtheria, epidemic encephalitis B, meningococcal meningitis, and other diseases, with no new cases reported for many years. Thanks to standardized vaccination and high coverage, the HBsAg prevalence among children in Huai'an remains extremely low, demonstrating the significant success of the immunization program.
Vaccination can significantly reduce the risk of susceptible diseases in children, but vaccination safety must not be overlooked. Before vaccination, parents must bring their children's vaccination certificates and truthfully report their children's recent health status. Vaccination should be postponed if children have symptoms such as fever, cough, or diarrhea. After vaccination, it is essential to stay on-site for 30 minutes of observation and leave only after confirming there are no abnormalities.
Vaccines in China are categorized into Immunization Program vaccines, which are free of charge, and non-Immunization Program vaccines, which are voluntary and self-paid. The coverage rate of the National Immunization Program vaccines remains high, and some vaccines, like the varicella vaccine, are provided as free provincial supplements. Non-program vaccines, such as the 5-in-1 vaccine, also play a vital role in disease prevention. Parents can choose these based on the child's health, living environment, and individual needs.